February can often be the loneliest time of year for we the singles, what with images crammed down our throats of red roses, diamond jewelry, and expensive dinners that cost twice as much as usual because Cupid doubled the dinner rate.

This year though, fear not my single peers!

If you’re looking for new and exciting ways to meet people not only for the biggest romantic farce of a day, but at any time of the year, here is a list of my personal Top 4 Places To Find Love in Calgary.

1. Rumble Boxing — Ditch the traditional gym routine and sign up for some sessions at Rumble, where Fight Club Meets Nightclub.

In addition to being an intense way of working off the day’s demands, there’s something alluring about boxing with the lights dimmed and the music pounding.

And when you’re punishing the heavy bag and it happens to be beside a cute guy?

It’s a bonus.

On Feb. 13-14 only, they’re hosting a Couples, Buddies and Besties class, where you can punch it out with your special someone, or an Anti-Valentine’s Day Class, where you can meet people that share your new found interest.

Trust me, you’ll be hooked.

2. Trolley 5 — With three levels, a brewery on-site that you can tour, and one of my favourite pizzas in the city, Trolley is a great spot not only on weekends, but weekdays.

If you’re looking for something to do on Feb. 14, they’re hosting “Single, Taken or Somewhere in between it’s still a Wednesday!”

There are great deals on local brews and Valentine’s Day inspired eats.

If you have a crush on somebody who loves craft beer, Trolley 5 is helping you ask, “Will You Be(er) Mine” with their Growler Grams!

It’s only $18 for a Growler and a Fill, or $10 a Growler Fill, and there is no cuter way to ask somebody out.

3. The Rec Room — Over 50,000 sq. ft. of eats and entertainment!

Check out The Shed for a custom doughnut bar and poutinerie, and then head out into The Yard, and entertain yourself with one of over 100 amusement games and a state of the art virtual reality arcade.

There’s also a climbing wall, ping pong, pool and air hockey tables, not to mention 80 giant screens to catch a sporting event on.

The Rec Room is a great place to meet singles of any age.

4. A Roughnecks Game — Grab your friends and attend a professional lacrosse game.

A night out at the Saddledome doesn’t have to break the bank when you check out the Roughnecks Happy Hour: $5 Rough House specials include beer, highballs, wine, cheeseburgers or slices of pizza.

When the game starts and join the crowd in one of the most interactive sporting events you’ll ever attend.

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